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A rollercoaster journey through African-American actor and singer Paul Robeson’s remarkable life, highlighting his pioneering and heroic political activism
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Liverpool, UK
Presented by: Tayo Aluko & Friends (Nigeria/UK) with C ARTS
One of the twentieth century’s most impressive but overlooked figures is revived in this powerful, compelling tour-de-force. When Paul Robeson, actor, singer, civil rights campaigner gets too radical and outspoken for the establishment’s liking, he is branded a traitor, harassed and denied opportunities. This rollercoaster journey through Robeson’s remarkable life highlights how his pioneering and heroic activism led many to see him as the forerunner of the civil rights movement. Features memorable songs (including a dramatic rendition of Ol’ Man River) and Robeson’s testimony to the Un-American Activities Committee.
"First-rate" **** (Guardian)
Written and performed by: Tayo Aluko
Pianist: Michael Conliffe
Directed by: Olusola Oyeleye
Designed by: Phil Newman
Trailer available here; performed in English.
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